AN IMAGINARY LOOK…
"An Imaginary Look at the Uncompromising Life of Thomas Smith" is a recollection of the life of a war photographer seen as it flashes before his eyes in his last moments of it.
Boca del Lupo will apply its growing expertise in media integration that began with The Perfectionist to this dynamic and pertinent impetus. In collaboration with many of our dearest theatre colleagues, award winning war photographers and international journalist we will create an accelerated world that is heart stoppingly beautiful and undeniably relevant.
As a developmental company, Boca del Lupo engages many different types of artists in the creation of our productions. Lead by creators Sherry J Yoon and Jay Dodge this production features:
Animation artist Hilary Moses,
Choreographer Tara Cheyenne Friedenberg,
Lighting designer John Webber,
Sound designer Carey Dodge,
Videographer Tim Matheson,
Costume design Mara Gottler,
Composer Joelysa Pankanea
and Web Specialists Amir Aziz and Chris Wong.
An Imaginary Look… was recently awarded a commission as part of Harbourfront Centre’s Fresh Ground, including a commitment to premiere at the work in Toronto.
An Imaginary Look… was awarded a grant for the development of the piece by the Arts Partners in Creative Development. The Arts Partners include INSERT
An Imaginary Look… developmental partners include: The Belfry Theatre in Victoria and Emily Carr University’s Animation Department.
In October Jay Dodge and Sherry J Yoon interviewed 4 contemporary conflict photographers on camera in New York City:
Tim Heatherington, World Press Photo Award Winner and multi media artist
http://www.timhetherington.com/mentalpicture/portfolio/179
Michael Kamber, New York Times photojournalist and anti censorship advocate
http://www.kamberphoto.com/
Ashley Gilberson, Freelance photojournalist and author of Whiskey Tango Foxtrot
http://www.ashleygilbertson.com/
Farah Nosh, Times photographer and Iraqi Canadian photojournalist
http://www.farahnosh.com/index2.html